Mechanical Engineering - Engineering Mechanics

6.
The polygon law of forces states that if a number of forces, acting simultaneously on a particle, be represented in magnitude and direction by the sides a polygon taken in order, then their resultant is represented in magnitude and direction by the closing side of the polygon, taken in opposite direction.
Correct
Incorrect
Answer: Option
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7.
A smooth cylinder lying on a __________ is in neutral equilibrium.
curved surface
convex surface
horizontal surface
Answer: Option
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8.
The velocity of a particle (v) moving with simple harmonic motion, at any instant is given by(where r = Amplitude of motion, and y = Displacement of the particle from mean position.)
Answer: Option
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9.
Varingon's theorem of moments states that if a number of coplaner forces acting on a particle are in equilibrium, then
their algebraic sum is zero
their lines of action are at equal distances
the algebraic sum of their moments about any point in their plane is zero
the algebraic sum of their moments about any point is equal to the moment of their resultant force about the same point.
Answer: Option
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10.
A block ot mass 20 kg lying on a rough horizontal plane is connected by a light string passing over a smooth pulley to another mass 5 kg, which can move freely in the Vertical direction, as shown in the below figure. The tension in the string will __________ with the increase in coefficient of friction.
increase
decrease
not be effected
Answer: Option
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